Fish Behaviour
- ECTS credits5
- Teaching semesterAutumn
- Course codeBIO324
- Number of semesters1
- LanguageEnglish
- Resources
Teaching semester
Autumn. Limited capacity. More info: http://www.uib.no/en/matnat/53431/admission-courses-limited-capacity
Objectives and Content
The subjects are the genetic basis of fish behaviour, motivation and ontogeny, different reactions to stimulation, and the most important sense organs. Special emphasis will be put on the behavioural ecology of foraging, reproduction and schooling, in particular differences in behaviour between populations and individuals. Selected articles and monographs will be discussed in seminars.
Learning Outcomes
The course aims to provide students with increased knowledge about the organisation and function of fish behaviour and how it can be quantified and analysed.
Required Previous Knowledge
On master's level
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Compulsory subjects of Bachelor's in Biology
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Information on compulsory study elements will be announced within registration.
Forms of Assessment
Oral examination
Grading Scale
The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.
Course Evaluation
Students will evaluate the course in accordance with the quality assurance system at UiB and the Department. You can find courseevaluations in the Quality Assurance Reports.
Contact
Contact Information
Contact the Study Section at the Department of Biological Sciences: studie@bio.uib.no